31 May 2011

Hooray! Shabby Apple is such a lovely company, that I'm sure you've all heard of already, their dresses are so cute and modest, and absolutely perfect for summer. I absolutely love their white dress collection! They even have a maternity dress section, which is seriously adorable. Make sure to checkout the Shabby Apple Facebook page for special promos and info!

This giveaway is for the 'Ahoy' dress - which is SO cute! I can vouch for this myself, since I go to try it!

Here it is on the model:

And here it is on me:

I love this dress! You don't need to wear a cami or slip under it, because the fabric is thick. BUT, it is still very light and airy so you won't burn up. It's definitely flattering. I'm not the size of the model, (I actually have hips and a stomach), and it still looks cute. The color is a bit darker than shown in the pictures on the website as well. The cute blue bow actually snaps on, so you can wear the dress without the bow or add your own belt if you'd like!

One thing you need to be careful with when ordering from Shabby Apple is the sizing. Most of their dresses 'Fit Generously,' which means they run VERY big. I usually would order a medium in most dresses (or a size 6), but got an extra small in this, and it fits well. I'm 5'0, and the dress hits me right below my knees.

So, if you order from them make sure to order at least one size down from your normal size!

In this giveaway everyone is a winner, because you all can use the following promo code to save 10% off, on any purchase! SO great!

The code is: BellaVita10off

it expires in 30 days so make sure to take advantage soon!

In order to enter to win the 'Ahoy' dress:

you must be a resident of the continental United States!

Leave one comment to enter

*Followers of Una Bella Vita get to leave an extra comment, for a better chance at winning!

30 May 2011

Happy Monday & Happy Memorial Day to all you Americans!
I hope you all have a lovely day, spent with family and friends, remembering all the brave heroes who have served our country. Here are some fun things to brighten up your day:
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I wish I could jump inside Haleigh's life sometimes! I feel like she lives in a movie (a very pretty, parisian one!)

I found the male version of myself on tumblr....no really. I looked through the first five pages of his tumblr and found the following things: scripture, lord of the rings, stars, book shelves, tuscany, albus dumbledore, cs lewis, forts, tea, donald miller & mumford and sons...all things that I love and adore.
mind. blown.

I wish I could pull off wearing a bazillion butterflies in my hair, like this girl.

29 May 2011

not gonna lie, a man who reads (a lot) instantly has my heart. I think that's why I've always loved (okay, LOVED) Jess. (Hopefully some of you will know who I'm talking about before clicking that link...)

24 May 2011

I am so fascinated by this (seriously, I've been looking up pictures for the past hour)! The courtyard houses dozens of orange trees and is just absolutely breathtaking. This reminds me of all those pretty trees they put in Westminster Abbey for the royal wedding...I wonder if Seville was their inspiration!
Anyway, I have GOT to see this myself someday!
Photo by city of delusion., on Flickr